We fully support the use of AI and other tools to assist in writing your application. However, it's essential that the content, especially your supporting statement, is personalised and factually accurate. Your application should reflect your genuine experiences and qualifications to ensure authenticity and credibility Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an established research delivery team based in Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The post requires the successful applicant to support the delivery of a range of research studies that reflect the services provided by the Trust and its patient population. The post-holder will be a Registered Nurse/Allied Health Professional (AHP) or hold a relevant academic qualification. They will be highly motivated, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work sensitively and professionally with research participants, families, colleagues and clinicians. Experience of delivering research is essential, with an understanding of good clinical practice and information governance and GDPR application to research. The successful applicant will also have some knowledge of how the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act are applied in this role. This is a full-time post (1 WTE) and a part-time post (0.6 WTE), both are fixed term contracts for 18-months with the potential for an extension reliant on future funding. Advert The successful applicant will be responsible for: Contributing to the efficient and safe delivery of a balanced portfolio of research in the Trust and in other organisations as required, within time and target. Liaising with relevant clinicians to facilitate research delivery within clinical areas, home settings and other organisations as required Identifying appropriate participants for NIHR Portfolio research running in Nottinghamshire Healthcare based on protocol and eligibility criteria. Recruiting participants and receiving informed consent according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP). Conducting required research activities within professional scope of practice and/or for which they have been appropriately trained. Complying fully with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, and national, policies and regulations. Providing leadership and mentorship for less experienced staff Working for our organisation TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons. We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health. We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity. The health and wellbeing of colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team. The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Nottinghamshire Healthcare is passionate about its involvement in high quality research that will make a positive difference to the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities. Ensuring a safe, positive and collaborative experience for research participants will be your priority, in partnership with colleagues, clinicians, academics and study teams. The post holder will be a member of the Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN) East Midlands funded Research Delivery Team in Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The Research Delivery Team delivers both mental and physical health-based research projects. The Research Delivery Team is expanding its reach within Nottinghamshire Healthcare, and part of your role will be to promote and raise the overall profile of research in the Trust and engage clinicians in research activity. Based at the Institute of Mental Health, one of the UK’s leading multi-disciplinary mental health research centres, an innovative partnership between Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Nottingham. You will be a Registered Nurse/Allied Health Professional (AHP) or hold a relevant academic qualification, with a keen interest in research. Experience in research delivery is essential, and a willingness to recruit participants from across all Nottinghamshire Healthcare services and specialties as needed. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies. A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of the role. If you are applying for the part time role, please note: Please note that this post does not meet the pay or skill level required for a Skilled worker visa. Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker/Health & Care visa. Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa For further details / informal visits contact: Name Sue Smith or Jack Cheshire Job title Senior Research Delivery Officer Email address [email protected] [email protected] Additional Information We reserve the right to close the post early once we have received a sufficient number of applicants. The Trust believes in treating everyone with dignity and respect and encourages applications from all sectors of the community. We guarantee an interview to candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum essential criteria. In submitting an application form, you authorise Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to confirm from your previous or current NHS employer and other prior employers; previous NHS service details and personal data held about you. This data will be transferred using NHS Electronic Staff Record and third party systems via an automated process and only used for the purposes of obtaining and maintaining accurate employment records, should you be appointed to the post. Should you require any further information please refer our Privacy Policy shown on the Trust website, please click here for more information. For eligible posts, DBS disclosures are mandatory before commencement of employment. If you are in a position that is deemed a regulated adult and/or child care role, you will not be able to start your employment until we have received a satisfactory DBS Disclosure. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Convictions which would otherwise be considered as 'spent' will also be checked as part of an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.